Hair Loss (Alopecia)
Alopecia refers to male pattern and female pattern hair loss. For men, it is genetically and androgen (male hormone) related, and in some individuals there is a familial history. For women, there could be a hormonal imbalance resulting in excessive production of androgens. The androgens stimulate body hair growth but cause hair loss of the scalp.
GALLERY
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Treatment Options
1. Topical minoxidil lotion twice daily
Non-specific stimulation of hair growth
2. Oral finasteride medication
Blocks the dihydro-testosterone reductase type 2 enzyme, resulting in deficiency of scalp active testosterone
Treatment Options - Female
1. Topical minoxidil lotion
Non-specific stimulation of hair growth
2. Anti-androgens
Blocks the target cell receptors for androgens
